Build an eco-house in Kent
An outstanding opportunity to build an ‘eco house' near Canterbury in Kent has arisen
Bigbury Hollow is an extremely peaceful location around two miles from Canterbury and planning permission has been granted here for a unique architect-designed ‘sheltered house'. Conceived to take full advantage of the hillside site without interfering with the natural landscape, the design allows for maximum light and complete integration for the house with its surroundings.
The architect has already deisgned several successful properties and been shortlisted for both a RIBA award and a Grand Designs award.
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Bigbury Hollow is located in the much sought-after parish of Harbledown, and ideally situated for easy access to both Canterbury and London. Canterbury offers good shopping and excellent schools in both the private and public sectors. High speed trains to St Pancras take just under an hour.
The guide price is £595,000. For further information please contact Strutt & Parker on 01227 451 123 or visit www.struttandparker.com.
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